Front Desk Receptionist

**Front Desk Receptionist**:
**Department**:

- Admin/ Management**Location**:

- Calgary, AB**There are jobs - and there are careers.**

Guided by our five core values, you have the chance to do the kind of work that adds up to something meaningful. The opportunity to challenge yourself and learn new skills. The prospect of being surrounded by smart, ambitious, motivated people, day-in and day-out. That’s the kind of work you can expect at Trico Homes. Sound interesting? Come join us.

A company with over 30 years’ experience, Trico Homes is made up of an incredible team of people who are dedicated to building outstanding homes and communities in and surrounding Calgary, AB. We are continually recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies and one of the Best Workplaces in Canada, and that shows clearly in our culture.

We emphasize work-life balance and focus on learning and development, innovation, and fun at work. Trico Homes is dedicated to equality and inclusion in the workplace, and we invite you to join our team today to help us build on our success and build your career at one of Canada’s best places to work”

Come join us.

**We are currently recruiting for a Front Desk Receptionist**

This is an hourly flexible position, 2 times weekly.

**Position Overview**

The Front Desk Receptionist is responsible for a wide variety of clerical office duties in support of the company administration. Includes coordinating and communicating office activities, greeting and screening visitors, answering and referring inbound telephone calls, and scheduling appointments.

**Job Duties**
- Refer all inquiries to the appropriate individuals or departments across the organization;
- Receive and distribute all forms of paper correspondence;
- Empty dishwasher at start of day, clean kitchen at end of day;
- Where necessary, assist in compiling data for various reports;
- Coordinate the logístical aspects of departmental programs, such as meetings, seminars, workshops, special projects, and events. Arrange for necessary equipment and refreshments;
- Arrange and book meetings in boardrooms, off-site conference halls, and other locations; ensure the appropriate presentation equipment is there;
- Update Boardroom calendars;
- As a front-line worker, present a positive and professional image of the organization to all visitors, suppliers, inquiries, and other interactions;
- Provide information to staff and/or clients about special activities;
- Ensure all forms and reports are completed as needed;
- Observe and report any security issues to the appropriate persons;
- Administer and manage inbound/outbound mail, including priority post, packages, courier services, and other correspondence;
- Maintain the reception in a tidy and presentable manner;
- Maintain the reception and kitchen area in a tidy and presentable manner;
- Other duties as may be assigned

**Requirements**:

- High school diploma or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
- Able to write simple correspondence, including memos, letters, etc.
- General mathematical skills.
- Dependable and flexible to meet changing work needs and demands.
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering, as well as inventory control of these items.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Is fiscally responsible and suggests cost-saving measures.
- Able to maintain filing systems and basic databases.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- Superior telephone manners and strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization and its executive team.
- Strong customer service orientation

**Working Conditions**:

- Able to occasionally lift items as heavy as 25 lbs.
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Overtime as required